County trying to give Silverwood a boost

Sometimes government gives business a hand.

The Kootenai County commissioners voted unanimously this week to sponsor a state Community Development Block Grant for Silverwood Theme Park.

Although the county is unsure how much the grant will be for, the officials believed it would go toward entrance improvements.

"The county doesn't have a lot of opportunities to help local businesses," said Commissioner Rick Currie. "These community block grants are a good vehicle to help existing businesses and new businesses."

Commissioner Todd Tondee added that Silverwood is an important economic engine in the area.

"We need to help out where we can," Tondee said. - Alecia Warren